The CPU RTL Architect role at Apple involves driving architecture and RTL for high-performance CPU power management solutions. The position is part of Apple's Silicon Engineering Group, which focuses on designing microprocessors for innovative products like the iPhone and Mac. The architect will engage in micro-architecture development, RTL design, and verification processes. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and collaboration with multi-functional engineering teams to ensure optimal performance and power efficiency.

• Minimum BS degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience with microprocessor architecture
• Experience with logic design principles with timing and power implications
• Experience in Verilog or VHDL
• Experience with simulators and waveform debugging processes
• Expertise in dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS/DVFM) and advanced thermal management
• Understanding of low power microarchitecture techniques
• Experience in C or C++ programming
• Experience using an interpretive language such as Perl or Python

• Develop and specify micro-architecture from high-level exploration to detailed specification
• Own the development, assessment, and refinement of RTL design to meet power, performance, area, and timing goals
• Support the verification team in test bench development and functional verification processes
• Explore high-performance strategies and verify that the RTL design meets targeted performance
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement and verify physical design aspects such as timing, area, and power

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.